[The Bear]

This may be a morbid question, but does anyone know what happens to our brokerage accounts if we were to die?

Meaning, is the executor of our will allowed to call up the broker and ask him to liquidate all positions, and can he close the accounts, or can it only be done by a lawyer via written letter?

The problem is, I would want to make it as easy as possible for my gal to get her money if I croak, but with the least amount hassle.